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The Great Britain Guide

Public art & sculpture · South East England

Portrait Bench

In or near Guestling.

Portrait Bench — Public artwork (sculpture) by Sustrans.

Portrait Bench, public art & sculpture in East Sussex

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Bexhill · 2.1 km

About

Portrait Bench is a place of interest in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Public artwork (sculpture) by Sustrans.". Coordinates: 50.8437°, 0.5046°.

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Place summary

The Portrait Bench is located in Hastings, East Sussex, in South-East England. This unique structure serves as a public seating area, combining functionality with artistic design. Its presence contributes to the local landscape, offering a space for relaxation in an urban environment.

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Coordinates
50.8437, 0.5046
County
East Sussex
District
Hastings
Parish
Hastings, unparished area
Postcode
TN40 2JU
Parliamentary constituency
Hastings and Rye
Nearest railway station
Bexhill2.1 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Portrait Bench?
Portrait Bench is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN40 2JU), in the parish of Hastings, unparished area.
What is Portrait Bench?
Portrait Bench — Public artwork (sculpture) by Sustrans.
How do I get to Portrait Bench?
The nearest railway station is Bexhill, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode TN40 2JU.
How do I get to Portrait Bench?
The nearest railway station is Bexhill, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN40 2JU.